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- Swim,
surf or dive with other people,
and don’t
move too far away from assistance.
- Stay out of the water at dawn, dusk and night, when some species
of sharks may move inshore to
feed.
- Do not enter the water if you have open wounds or are bleeding
in any way. Sharks can detect blood and body fluids in extremely
small concentrations.
- Avoid murky waters, harbor entrances and areas near stream mouths
(especially after heavy rains), channels or steep drop-offs. These
types of waters are known to be frequented by sharks.
- Do not wear high-contrast clothing or shiny jewelry. Sharks see
contrast very well.
- Refrain from excessive splashing; keep pets, which swim erratically,
out of the water. Sharks are known to be attracted to such activity.
- Do not enter the water if sharks are known to be present. Leave
the water quickly and calmly if one is sighted. Do not provoke or
harass a shark, even a small one.
- If
fish or turtles start to behave erratically, leave the water.
Avoid swimming near dolphins, as they are prey for some large
sharks.
- Remove speared fish from the water or tow them a safe distance
behind you. Do not swim near people fishing or spear fishing. Stay
away from dead animals in the water.
- Swim or surf at beaches patrolled by lifeguards and follow their
advice.
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